Amazon’s Big Spring Sale features notable deals, including the Samsung Galaxy A36 for $400 with a $50 gift card, and the Nothing Phone (3a) with superior specs at the same price. The Samsung Galaxy S25 and Google Pixel 9 Pro are discounted up to $125 and $300 respectively. The RedMagic 10 Pro offers high performance and a large battery. A refurbished iPhone 15 Pro Max is available for around $800. Discounts extend to the Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra and various tablets, including the Galaxy Tab S6 Lite at $200 and the Galaxy Tab S9 FE under $400.
The Big Spring Sale from Amazon has arrived, featuring a selection of impressive deals. We’ve also identified some other great offers that, while not officially part of the sale, are equally enticing.
To begin with, Samsung has been taking its time releasing the new Galaxy A36 and A56. The Galaxy A36 is now available, but only in a 6/128GB model for $400. Currently, there are no discounts from Amazon, but they are offering a complimentary $50 gift card.
For the same price of $400—though without the gift card—you could opt for the Nothing Phone (3a) instead. This phone boasts a superior chipset (Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 versus 6 Gen 3) and a 50MP 2x (50mm) telephoto camera, which the A-series lacks.
The Nothing Phone features a brighter display with 10-bit color support, while both devices share similar dimensions and a 1080p+ resolution. In terms of water resistance, the Samsung outperforms with an IP67 rating compared to the IP64 of the Nothing. Charging times are surprisingly comparable too, both housing 5,000mAh batteries—though the Nothing charges at 50W while the Samsung comes in at 45W. Our testing showed the A36 lagging somewhat at the finish, although it displayed similar charge statuses at the 15- and 30-minute intervals.
Before you decide on the (3a), consider its sibling—the Nothing Phone (3a) Pro, which is priced at $100 more. This version offers more RAM and storage (12/256GB instead of 8/128GB), thus making the price difference feel more justified. The Pro also upgrades the telephoto camera to a 50MP 3x periscope (70mm) and enhances the selfie camera to 50MP 4K (compared to 32MP 1080p). Otherwise, the two models are quite similar.
Now, let’s discuss the offers from the Big Spring Sale. The standard Samsung Galaxy S25 is currently available with a discount of up to $125. We recommend opting for the 256GB variant, as the additional storage will be beneficial over the long lifespan of this phone—Samsung is committed to providing updates for 7 years, versus 6 years for the A36 and only 3 OS updates from Nothing.
The Google Pixel 9 Pro sees a reduction of up to $300 off, making higher storage options more accessible. Although slightly larger than the S25, the Pixel surpasses it with a superior telephoto camera—a 48MP 5x (113mm) periscope compared to a 10MP 3x (67mm) lens. Both its ultra-wide (48MP vs. 12MP) and selfie cameras (42MP 17mm vs. 12MP 26mm) also deliver enhanced performance. However, in terms of processing power, the Tensor G4 falls short against the Snapdragon 8 Elite. Notably, the Pixel is also expected to receive 7 years of software updates.
Though primarily designed for gaming, the RedMagic 10 Pro stands out for those seeking exceptional performance (featuring an actively-cooled Snapdragon 8 Elite) and an outstanding display (6.85” 144Hz OLED with an under-display camera). Coupled with an impressive 7,050mAh battery and fast charging capabilities (80W in the U.S.), it offers remarkable battery longevity.
iPhones seldom see discounts, and this time is no exception—aside from a refurbished iPhone 15 Pro Max being available at Amazon. While it may be nearing two years old, it still boasts the chipset and RAM to support Apple Intelligence. You can snag it for approximately $800 with either 256GB or 512GB of storage.
The Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra with LTE is currently $250 off and includes a free 25W charger. Although this exceeds the watch’s charging capacity (which operates at a fast-for-a-watch 10W), it matches perfectly with the Galaxy S25 (the S25+ and S25 Ultra support 45W).
As an alternative—or perhaps a complement—to the Watch Ultra, you might consider the Samsung Galaxy Ring. It’s more subtle, and the Samsung app can consolidate health data from both devices, allowing you to wear the watch casually and the ring at home or while sleeping. While there is no discount on this item, it comes with a $100 gift card. Be sure to order the sizing kit first for a proper fit; this kit costs $10.48, but you’ll receive nearly the entire amount back in the form of a $10 credit toward the purchase of the actual ring.
The Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 Lite (2024) awaits its One UI 7/Android 15 update. Currently, it’s priced at just $200, which is typically in the Galaxy Tab A range. This tablet features DeX (though lacks TV output) and supports a stylus for its 10.4” LCD (2,000 x 1,200px).
While leaks have been rampant regarding the Tab S10 FE series, the Galaxy Tab S9 FE remains a commendable mid-range option and is now a bargain with the 256GB model priced below $400. It has a microSD slot for additional storage (which the Tab S6 Lite also offers). The Tab S9 FE provides improved performance (Exynos 1380 vs. 1280) and features a higher-quality 90Hz LCD (an IPS panel with 2,304 x 1,440px resolution). Additionally, it has a larger battery that charges faster (8,000mAh 45W versus 7,040mAh 15W).
The larger Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 FE+ features a 12.4” IPS LCD (90Hz, 2,560 x 1,600px) and a 10,090mAh battery (45W), but otherwise shares the same specifications as the FE model. This version is also available in a 128GB storage variant (the 128GB FE is currently out of stock), allowing you to save $100 and invest it in a microSD card if you don’t require faster storage.
Finally, we present the premium Samsung Galaxy Tab S10+. While it comes with a substantial price tag even after a $160 discount, it is equipped with a flagship chipset (albeit an older one) – the Dimensity 9300+ and features a 12.4” 120Hz OLED display (2,800 x 1,752px). Rest assured, the microSD slot is still available. This tablet also supports DeX, including video output. The battery matches that of the Tab S9 FE+.
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